Unit LNA - Medical Unit

Rutland Regional Medical Center; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutland Regional Medical Center in Vermont is seeking a Unit LNA to provide supportive bedside nursing care to patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The position also performs basic administrative and clerical duties to support the unit's operations.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a Vermont LNA license with BLS certification, and familiarity with medical terminology and basic computer skills. Previous hospital or nursing home LNA experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required with evidence of graduation within one year.
• Vermont LNA license current; BLS through American Heart Association.
• Unit-specific certifications as required within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive bedside nursing care under RN supervision.
• Assist with moving or lifting patients and equipment; perform clerical tasks.

Skills

Bedside care

Lifting patients

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Unit LNA provides supportive bedside nursing care to patients as well as related non-professional services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Serving as part of the team, the Unit LNA also performs basic administrative and clerical activities to support the operations and general workflow of the unit(s) to which they are assigned.

Minimum Education

• High School Graduate or Equivalent, or evidence of graduation within one year, required.

Minimum Work Experience

• Previous hospital or nursing home LNA experience, preferred.
• Previous secretarial or administrative experience preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Current Vermont State License.
• BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
• Unit-specific certifications as required (ex. CRAT) per specific department operational framework.*

*Within 12 months of hire.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to report patient care observations, deviations from patient’s plan of care and other pertinent information under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Ability to assist with moving or lifting patients and equipment.
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of medical terminology.
• Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.

Pay Range = $21.96 - $31.99